U.S. stocks open slightly higher

14.08.2017

Ryu Yong-seok, a market analyst at KB Securities Co., said tensions between North Korea and the United States are a negative factor in the local stock markets that dragged down the index. The dollar index fell 0.32 percent, with the euro up 0.42 percent to $1.1819. "There is genuine concern, hence the fall in the dollar and the rise in VIX".

Rahul, Manish Pandey make a comeback, Yuvraj Singh axed

Rahul, Manish Pandey make a comeback, Yuvraj Singh axed

14.08.2017

These are different permutations and combinations we will try. Selection committee chairman M. S. K. Prasad spelt out this specific goal in his media-interaction here on Monday afternoon while on the turf Virat Kohli's men were on their way towards a series sweep .

India's Wholesale Price Inflation Accelerates In July

India's Wholesale Price Inflation Accelerates In July

14.08.2017

RPI, a separate measure of inflation which includes council tax and mortgage interest payments, is expected to grow by 3.5% in July, the same rate as June. WPI inflation has been in decline since March. Tomatoes led the hike in vegetables prices that saw almost 22 percent rise in July. The WPI food index increased 2.12 percent from a year ago, in contrast to a 1.25 percent fall in June.

Commonwealth Bank CEO Ian Narev to Retire by Mid

Commonwealth Bank CEO Ian Narev to Retire by Mid

14.08.2017

The announcement comes as the bank faces a money-laundering scandal, with Australia's financial intelligence and regulatory agency, AUSTRAC, accusing the bank of seriously and systematically breaching compliance of Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing laws.

North Korea nuclear nerves wipe $1 trillion off world stocks

North Korea nuclear nerves wipe $1 trillion off world stocks

14.08.2017

Global stock markets ended their worst week in months amid rising tensions between the USA and North Korea, though US stock indexes steadied on Friday to close up slightly. "Pretty remarkable, perhaps even extraordinary, considering", said Tim Ash, strategist at fund manager BlueBay. High-flying technology names suffered outsized losses on the day, with Apple falling 3.2 percent, Amazon 2.6 percent and Facebook 2.2 percent.

Japan surpasses second-quarter GDP expectations on robust domestic demand

Japan surpasses second-quarter GDP expectations on robust domestic demand

14.08.2017

With the Japanese output recording its longest pace of growth since 2005-2006, analysts are more confident that improvements in consumption which account for the two-thirds of the economy will lift inflation toward the 2% Bank of Japan target.

Chinese State Newspaper Says Trump Trade Probe Will 'Poison' Relations

Chinese State Newspaper Says Trump Trade Probe Will 'Poison' Relations

14.08.2017

Trump has not yet signed an order to launch such an investigation, she said, and her agency can not assess its possible impact on Taiwan until Washington discloses detailed information on the products that will be investigated. The Trump administration was expected to move directly into the investigation, so the memorandum reflects the more measured approach the administration also appears to be taking with steel and aluminum.

GoDaddy dumps neo-Nazi site that mocked Charlottesville victim

GoDaddy dumps neo-Nazi site that mocked Charlottesville victim

14.08.2017

GoDaddy had hosted the site for four years, but after multiple complaints the firm said on Monday morning: "We informed The Daily Stormer that they have 24 hours to move the domain to another provider, as they have violated our terms of service".

Arsenal v Leicester: Premier League preview, line-ups & predictions

Arsenal v Leicester: Premier League preview, line-ups & predictions

14.08.2017

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has reportedly enquired about the availability of an FC Barcelona star. However he has wielded that chequebook thoroughly this time around as well, breaking the record for a defender twice in the span of weeks.

Search Of UN Building By Military Regrettable - Shettima

Search Of UN Building By Military Regrettable - Shettima

14.08.2017

Shettima also put a call through to UN's Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed, to reassure the organisation of government's commitment to safeguarding the lives of the humanitarian workers and ensuring respect for worldwide protocol. "The army will continue to work toward providing enabling and conducive environment to United Nations agencies to enhance their operations". "We discussed all the issues and reaffirmed our joint agreement and commitment concerning the honest role of the ...